The news media in the U. S. consist of radio, television and newspapers. Together they are everywhere on the lives of many Americans and influential on their daily routines. Many Americans begin their day by reading the newspaper or watching a morning news program on television while drinking their coffee. Throughout the day the news is broadcast repeatedly on the radio and television.
In the evening news is a main feature on television with up to two hours of news in the early evening and more news late at night. For those who prefer reading, the evening newspaper offers the reader the possibility of reading the news others see and hear on television.
It is up to the general public to choose what to read, watch or listen to. Therefore, the media must have sensitivity to the interests of the public.
News is a big business. However, it is a very competitive business, as each station or each newspaper competes for audiences and readers. When an item becomes news worthy, such as an election or a war, Americans will become familiar with the details as the news media try to be as informative as possible.
The news media report the same news items regarded as the most interesting and impressive. However, most Americans would not criticize their news media too harshly. The truth of the news media is generally acknowledged and accepted by the American public.
A. Americans don't have to pay for the services.
B. The news media are free of government control.
C. But the result is that the news becomes repeated.
D. Sometimes they have to bear boring advertisements.
E. Each tries to present the news Americans want to know.
F. While driving to work, the news can be heard on the car radio.
G. Listeners, viewers or readers might find it difficult to be selective.
